Red Amaranth

Amaranthus dubius, Amaranthaceae

Zones

5a–11b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Obedient PlantPhysostegia virginiana

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Spider Plant GreensCleome gynandra

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

WaterleafTalinum triangulare

Beneficial Insect HabitatShade Provision

ArnicaArnica montana

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Purple Prairie CloverDalea purpurea

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Leaf AmaranthAmaranthus tricolor

Amaranthus species have similar root systems and compete for same soil nutrients

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Red Amaranth grow in?

Red Amaranth grows in USDA hardiness zones 5a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Red Amaranth?

Good companions for Red Amaranth include Obedient Plant, Spider Plant Greens, Waterleaf, Arnica, Purple Prairie Clover.

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